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George Owers
Historian and author of The Rage of Party: How Whig Versus Tory Made Modern Britain, offering expertise on British political and religious history and cultural conflicts.
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Jan 18, 2026
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George Owers, a historian and author, delves into the Whig-Tory divide that shaped modern Britain and echoes through today's culture wars. He traces political conflicts back to the 17th century, highlighting religious tensions and their influence on contemporary issues like education and abortion. Owers argues that modern identity politics resemble sacred beliefs, fueling societal conflict. He also illustrates how political elites' personalities influence cultural shifts and warns against the myth of a neutral state, revealing the persistent tension between various ideologies.
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